Square Peg Associates is working with a highly skilled distribution business in Heywood, who is recruiting for a Bookkeeper with a minimum of 3 years' experience. They are seeking a professional and experienced Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant, to process monthly accounts to trial balance including overseeing the purchase and sales ledger duties as well as the VAT.
The role is office based with hours of 8.30am - 5.00pm (Full or Part Time Hours available)
Salary is dependent upon the level of experience, circa £27,000 - £30,000k per annum - negotiable.
Your Main Roles and Responsibilities of the Bookkeeper are: -
- Responsible for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, managing all invoice related queries with confidence
- Making BACS payments, and following up on outstanding payments to ensure cash flow is maintained (Credit Control)• Bank Reconciliations, ensuring that the financial records align with bank statements• Responsible for the accurate allocation of all customer invoices and receipts• VAT process, prepare and submit VAT returns• Processing supplier queries
- Daily use of Sage Software and Excel• General admin duties and other ad-hoc dutiesThe Ideal Candidate will have: -• Strong knowledge of transactional accounting duties
- Preparation of accounts to trial balance • Previous Sales ledger and Purchase ledger experience• Bookkeeping knowledge and experience
- Ideally have an AAT qualification and / or Part qualified Accountant• Experience of using finance Software, preferably Sage and Excel is essential
- A good level of communication skills, someone who is highly customer driven
This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a reputable manufacturing business and to be part of a small team. Progression and career development is also on offer.
Applicants should live within easy commuting distance.
Please apply online today or contact Square Peg Associates for immediate consideration.